Therapy offers a space to talk openly about your thoughts and feelings with someone trained to listen and help you understand yourself better. It can provide support during tough times, help you learn new coping skills, and guide you through personal growth. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or just want to understand yourself better, therapy can be a valuable resource for improving your mental health and overall well-being.

Children should go to therapy for similar reasons as adults—to get help managing emotions, behaviors, and stress. Therapy can offer them a safe place to express their feelings and sort through any problems they might not know how to handle on their own. This could include issues like family changes, bullying, or anxiety. It can help them develop healthy coping skills and boost their confidence. Essentially, therapy supports children in growing up healthy and strong emotionally.

Couples therapy is a type of counseling where partners in a romantic relationship get help to communicate better, resolve conflicts, and improve their relationship overall. It's like having a coach who helps both people understand each other's perspectives and feelings, teaches them how to talk things out more effectively, and work together to strengthen their bond. Whether dealing with specific issues or just wanting to enhance their connection, couples therapy provides tools and guidance to help partners grow closer and navigate their relationship more smoothly.

We offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions, available to anyone who is a resident of Illinois and lives reasonably close to our office. This hybrid approach lets you choose the type of session that best fits your schedule and comfort level, whether it's coming into the office or connecting online from the convenience of your home.

Standard sessions are 45-55 minutes. Extended sessions are scheduled at the discretion ofy our therapist and based on your insurance coverage.

Yes, we follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure the privacy of clients’ information and the content of sessions. However, there are some legal and ethical limitations to confidentiality. Your therapist will discuss this with you in more detail during your first session.

Therapy is tailored to fit each person's unique needs, goals, and challenges. Our therapists adapt their approach based on how you're doing and what you're looking to achieve. The amount of time you spend in therapy can vary depending on your own commitment, your therapist's methods, and how your symptoms improve. We also offer additional community resources and different types of treatment to support your journey alongside the work you do in your therapy sessions.

We offer therapy services for everyone, no matter their age—from young children starting at 3 years old, all the way up to adults who are 70 years and older. Our therapists are equipped to work with a wide range of age groups, ensuring that each person, regardless of their stage in life, receives the support and guidance they need.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is a type of treatment designed to help people recover from distressing experiences. During EMDR sessions, therapists guide clients through a series of side-to-side eye movements while they recall a traumatic event. This process is thought to help the brain process and make sense of the bad memories, reducing their emotional impact and helping individuals heal from their experiences. It's particularly effective for issues like PTSD, anxiety, and other stress-related disorders.

We offer counseling services for a variety of addiction issues, including substance abuse, gambling, and other types of addictive behaviors. Our approach is to provide support and strategies to help individuals understand their addiction, manage their impulses, and work towards recovery in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Whether you're dealing with drugs, alcohol, gambling, or other compulsive behaviors, our team is here to help guide you towards a healthier path.

Therapy for ADHD helps individuals of all ages manage their symptoms and improve daily functioning. This can involve strategies to boost focus, organization, and social skills. For children, therapy often includes fun activities that teach them how to follow rules, control their impulses, and get along better with others. Adults might work on effective planning, managing responsibilities, and improving relationships. The goal is to offer practical tools and support that make life with ADHD easier and more fulfilling, whether at school, work, or home.